Pragyan Ojha replaced Ajit Agarkar. Now the new selection committee comprises Pragyan Ojha(chairman), Shiv Sundar Das, RP Singh, Ajay Ratra and Ramesh Powar
Pragyan Ojha named as BCCI’s selection committee chairman, Ramesh Powar joins panel: The Board of Control for Cricket in India(BCCI) has appointed Pragyan Ojha as the chairman of Men’s Selection Committee. Former Indian all- rounder Ramesh Powar has been added to the five member panel after being recommended by the Cricket Advisory Committee(CAC).
The BCCI confirmed the appointments on Monday after the Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC), comprising Ashok Malhotra and Jatin Paranjape, conducted the selection process and unanimously recommended Powar for the vacant position. Pragyan Ojha replaced Ajit Agarkar. Now the new selection committee comprises Pragyan Ojha(chairman), Shiv Sundar Das, RP Singh, Ajay Ratra and Ramesh Powar.
Agarkar who was appointed chairman in July 2023, completed his tenure on October 4, 2026. He decided not to seek extension. During his stint, India won the 2024 and 2026 T20 World Cups and the 2025 champions trophy. India also claimed 2 Asia Cup titles and back to back Asian Games gold medals.
The BCCI acknowledged Agarkar’s commitment and contribution, crediting the selection committee with overseeing a successful period for Indian cricket.
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